The Best Way to Heat & Cool Old Houses
Old houses are notoriously challenging to heat and cool. But there has always been an existing conflict about changing and modernizing an old house. Structural differences from modern homes make…
Should You Install a Smart Thermostat?
Today's smart thermostats are not just control panels for your heating and air conditioning. These thermostats are equipped with Wi-Fi, sensors, advanced algorithms and much more. Here's how those new…
Dust
Is Your HVAC System to Blame for Excessive Dust in Your Home?
Dust is unavoidable. It can be found outdoors, in our offices and cars—and especially in our homes. This dust found inside our homes may trigger miserable allergies symptoms, making it…
V for Ventilation – The “V” in HVAC and Why It Is Important
Most people are familiar with the abbreviation “H-V-A-C,” but most do not really think about what it mean. Basically, the abbreviation quite literally stands for “Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.”…
Is Your Air Conditioner Leaking Refrigerant?
The Freon (refrigerant) in your AC system plays a pivotal role in keeping your indoor air cool and comfortable. Unfortunately, depending on the age and condition of your home air…
How HVAC Impacts Sleep Quality
Sleep is incredibly important to your health, happiness and productivity. But quality of sleep matters just as much as the number of hours you spend in bed. Many Americans toss…
The Importance of Annual Air Conditioner Tune-Ups
It’s spring in Southern California, which means the season for air conditioner tune-ups is here! This is the time of year that we take a look at our customers’ air…
Why Your Homes Indoor Air Quality Matters
The worldwide growth of COVID-19 has likely flipped your regular routine upside down. With most of the country spending most of their time indoors due to Shelter in Place policies,…
How to Light the Standing Pilot on a Gas Furnace
The standing pilot (sometimes referred to as a pilot light) is one in which the flame is lit at all times. Its purpose is to serve as a small ignition flame…
What Is an Air Vent Diverter?
Closing vents might seem like a good solution in some cases, such as when furniture blocks them, but air vent diverters offer a better, more energy-efficient solution. If you find…
